Democracy Index

Democracy in Austria: Index Shows Significant Deterioration

According to the Democracy Index presented today, the state of Austrian democracy has deteriorated significantly. In particular, there are worrying developments in the areas of fundamental rights, civil society, and the media.

October 22, 2025

Democracy in Crisis: How Austria's Democracy Index Reveals Alarming Trends

In recent years, democracy in Austria seemed to be on a good path. But the current Democracy Index raises eyebrows: The state of the democratic infrastructure is stagnating, and in some areas, there has even been regression. There is particular cause for concern in the areas of fundamental rights and the media landscape. But why is that and what can be done to counteract it?

October 26, 2023
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